PalmPay has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting a safer digital ecosystem by supporting the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre (NPF-NCCC) 2026 Cybersecurity Awareness Walk for the second consecutive year, in commemoration of Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
Held on October 17, 2026, the walk formed part of a three-day programme themed “Towards a Resilient Cyberspace.” The initiative aimed to raise public awareness of cyber threats and encourage safer online practices.
PalmPay has consistently advocated collective action and continuous cybersecurity awareness as essential measures in combating fraud, reinforcing this message through its collaboration with the NPF and ongoing customer education initiatives.
Speaking at the event, PalmPay Nigeria Managing Director, Mr Chika Nwosu, emphasised the importance of collaboration and continuous education in building a safer digital ecosystem.
“Our continued participation reflects our commitment to combating cybercrime and promoting a safer digital space for Nigerians. As cyber threats such as phishing and social engineering become increasingly sophisticated, equipping people with the knowledge and tools to recognise and prevent fraud is more important than ever,” Nwosu said.
He commended the NPF-NCCC for its efforts to strengthen cybersecurity awareness, noting that technology alone cannot eliminate cybercrime without proactive customer education.
“Through our PalmPay Dey For You campaign, we educate customers on recognising scams, using our official support channels, and keeping their PINs, passwords and OTPs confidential. By strengthening security measures with our robust digital security systems and raising awareness, we can reduce vulnerabilities and create a digital ecosystem that inspires greater trust and adoption,” he added.
Also speaking at the programme, Deputy Inspector-General of Police Kenechukwu Onwuemelie said the cybersecurity awareness campaign reflected the Inspector-General of Police’s commitment to a comprehensive approach to internal security through public sensitisation, stakeholder collaboration and preventive measures.
He urged Nigerians to embrace the central message of the campaign: “Think Before You Click and Verify Before You Share.”
As part of its commitment to customer protection, PalmPay continues to promote safer digital financial practices and highlight the security features available in its app’s Security Center, encouraging customers to take proactive steps to protect their accounts.
Through targeted fraud prevention initiatives, PalmPay remains committed to promoting secure digital financial services and helping Nigerians transact with greater confidence.
